Goa, March 15 -- The State government's decision to commence the new academic year for classes VI to X and class XII from April has sparked controversy, with a group of parents approaching the High Court of Bombay at Goa challenging the move.

Director of Education Shailesh Zingde confirmed that no final decision has been taken yet, as the matter is sub judice. "We have not taken any decision on starting the academic year from April because the matter is before the court," Zingde said. He further informed that the court has scheduled the next hearing on March 19.

Zingde noted that the Goa Principals Forum, Goa Headmasters Association, Teachers Grade I, and the Higher Secondary School Teachers Association (HISTAG) have expressed their sup...